EMW Fine Wines has struck an exclusive distribution deal with a boutique winery from Yunnan’s Shangri-La region, marking a fresh push to bring one of China’s most distinctive high-altitude wine areas into the country’s mainstream hospitality channels. Read More
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French wine critic Michel Bettane says the overall technical standard of Chinese wines now surpasses what he and his team often encounter in their annual tastings in France — a sign, he believes, that China is undergoing an "astonishing awakening of terroir." Read More
Having launched his business during the Covid-19 pandemic, Legrandois shared his insights on Hong Kong, an international wine hub currently facing challenging times. Read More
The college dropout is now an independent winemaker, selling wines both in China and internationally.
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Major international spirits giants are making substantial bets on China’s nascent whisky industry, with the latest unveiling of Diageo's Yuntuo distillery in Yunnan. What's fuelling the foreign invest in whisky of Chinese origin? Read More
Hong Kong’s flagship carrier Cathay Pacific has unveiled six new Chinese wines for its first-class and business-class passengers from November 18, 2024, to February 28, 2025. This marks the second batch of Chinese wines as part of its “Discover Wine Series.” Read More
In this exclusive interview, Edward Ragg MW shares his thoughts on what’s next for China’s wine industry and outlines his future plans following Wine Advocate’s decision to pause Chinese coverage. Read More
Penfolds has officially confirmed its plans to establish a vineyard and winery in China, marking a significant step in its localization strategy. However, the timeline and location for this ambitious project remains unclear. Read More
Penfolds has introduced its 2024 collection of latest vintage releases in both Beijing and Hong Kong, including a premium release named Bin 180, priced at RMB 7,288 per bottle, surpassing its iconic Grange. Read More
The 2018 Ao Yun vintage became the pinnacle of Chinese wine as it gained the highest score from international wine critics. Read More